'We intend to provide these dwellings with the required mitigations as soon as possible.' However, a small number of dwellings that were previously on the verge of eligibility for mitigation measures will likely become eligible as a result of the proposed update. 'It is expected that the overall number of houses in the various noise contours will be similar to that previously communicated,' an airport spokesperson said. It will mean that homes that had been on the edge of the boundary for mitigation from the noise generated will now have to undergo some soundproofing.
The changes will 'result in flight paths aligning more closely with the information previously communicated', but an immediate fix is not possible due to regulatory reviews, the spokesperson added.
The spokesperson said a review of the matter was conducted and a proposed fix will see updates to Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) - the safety procedures for flying aircraft.
